A scenic corridor of farm roads and riverside paths connecting Yangshuo town to Moon Hill, threading between limestone karst towers, rice paddies, and small villages including Yueliang and Fuli. Most visitors walk sections and cycle others, but the full route is walkable and passes several of Yangshuo's classic photo viewpoints.
The Ten-Mile Gallery corridor follows a paved farm road and riverside paths running roughly 8 to 10km one way between Yangshuo town and Moon Hill, accessible directly from central Yangshuo on foot, by bicycle rental, or by electric scooter, with no entrance fee or permit required for the public road sections. The route is flat throughout, crossing a river valley between limestone karst towers with minimal elevation change, making it accessible to walkers of ordinary fitness, though the full one-way distance takes 3 to 4 hours on foot and is more commonly covered partly by bicycle. The surface is mostly paved farm road with some unpaved sections through rice paddies and village lanes, offering little continuous shade, so exposure to sun is significant during the middle of the day. Key landmarks along the way include the thousand-year-old Big Banyan Tree, several bridge crossings over the Yulong River, and the village of Fuli, known for traditional fan painting, with Moon Hill itself marking the route's southern end and a natural turn-around point. Food stalls and small shops operate in the villages along the way, including Fuli and Yueliang, but there are no formal rest shelters between them, so hikers should plan stops around these settlements.
| Distance | 8-10km (one way, with cycling/walking combination common) |
|---|---|
| Duration | 3-4 hours walking |
| Difficulty | easy |
| Best season | Year-round, though March to May and September to November avoid peak summer humidity, Northern Hemisphere |
Trail facts
- Trail area
- Between Yangshuo town and Moon Hill
Highlights
- Big Banyan Tree (over 1,000 years old)
- Yulong River bridge crossings
- Fuli fan-painting village
- Karst peak backdrops throughout
Tips for visiting
- Rent a bicycle in Yangshuo town to cover longer stretches if walking the full 8-10km feels excessive
- Carry sunscreen and water, as much of the route is exposed farmland with little shade
- Visit the Big Banyan Tree and Fuli fan-painting village as natural rest stops with food and shade
- Early morning avoids both heat and the bulk of day-tripper traffic along the corridor
- Bamboo raft rides are available at several points along the Yulong River for an alternative to walking
When to visit
Early morning or late afternoon offer the coolest temperatures and softest light for the karst scenery along the flat, exposed route.
Accessibility
Much of the route follows paved, flat farm roads suitable for strollers and some wheelchair users, though unpaved village sections and river crossings limit full accessibility along the entire corridor.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Ten-Mile Gallery walkable in full?
Yes, the full corridor is walkable, though most visitors combine walking sections with cycling given the roughly 8 to 10km one-way distance.
Is there an entrance fee?
The public road and village sections are free to walk, though some attractions along the way, such as bamboo rafting, charge separately.
What is the terrain like?
The terrain is flat and easy, following paved farm roads and riverside paths through a valley of karst peaks and rice paddies.
Can the walk be done as a loop back to Yangshuo?
Most visitors treat it as a one-way route ending near Moon Hill, then return to Yangshuo by taxi, bus, or bicycle rather than retracing the full walk.